Solar dryer
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Analysis of Hybrid Photovoltaic Thermal (PV/T) Integrated Solar Dryer: An Experimental Validation
Abstract: In this study, a hybrid photovoltaic thermal (PV/T) integrated solar dryer has been designed, developed, and experimentally analyzed to evaluate its performance in real-world climatic conditions. The system incorporates a UV-stabilized sheet mixed-mode tent house structure, installed on the rooftop of a building located in Bhilai, Chhattisgarh, India. The dryer is equipped with a thermal collector directly connected to the drying chamber to enhance heat transfer efficiency. Experiments were conducted …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Investigations of A Solar Dryer With Thermal Storage
Abstract: This study presents the design, building, and performance evaluation of a low-cost mixed-mode natural convection solar cabinet dryer in conjunction with a latent heat thermal energy storage system. The work's goal is to reduce post-harvest losses in rural and semi-urban areas by offering an effective and reasonably priced method of preserving agricultural goods. The dryer is made out of a transparent polycarbonate lid to allow for solar heat gain, an …
Published in Journal of Refrigeration, Air conditioning, Heating and ventilation · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 Read article
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Experimental Analysis of Solar Dryer
Abstract: Agro-commodities are most commonly dried in open air. For easy usage, low cost dryer in clear and rainy day was the need by many farmers. Present study was intended to study, fabricate and test the solar dryer for drying fruits and vegetables. A model was designed for drying chillies and potatoes by direct solar energy in line with auxiliary drying chamber. Proposed method of drying is comparatively fast and clean. …
Published in Journal of Refrigeration, Air conditioning, Heating and ventilation · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 9–17 Read article